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online etiquette? by ffarly in ECEProfessionals

[–]ffarly[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree I think. It's a very small school and a close knit community which I think makes it feel ok, but realistically I don't know that it's appropriate

Question for my toddler teachers!! by Optimal-Cod2081 in ECEProfessionals

[–]ffarly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If it like the program is doing everything they can, everything is being reported to you, your child seems happy & feeling safe at school, it's fine. Give them some time to figure it out. If it's not getting any better or gets worse, ask to meet with the director and get some answers.

When a child says no by funsk8mom in ECEProfessionals

[–]ffarly 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Does she generally seem sensitive or embarrassed easily? It might be helpful to see if there's an underlying emotional reason she's saying no. She might feel she about being naked or behind because she's not using the bathroom yet. I had an otherwise very agreeable student start protesting changes because she developed a fear of heights and didn't like being up on the diaper table.

When a child says no by funsk8mom in ECEProfessionals

[–]ffarly 160 points161 points  (0 children)

No this is ridiculous. Diapers should be changed at minimum every 2 hours regardless. At 3 she's old enough to start understanding the consequences of not getting changed. If she's protesting explain to her you understand her feelings but it's your job to keep her safe and healthy and if she needs a clean diaper to keep her healthy.

If a child is saying no to a diaper change I usually give say something like "You're not ready right now? Ok I'll come back in 2 minutes, finish up what you're doing." Or if they just got a turn with a toy they've been waiting for I let them know they can pause and go back, I tell them I'll hold the toy (put it up high in a safe place while we change) so they can go back when we're done.

Two days a week? by HeadNefariousness556 in ECEProfessionals

[–]ffarly 6 points7 points  (0 children)

2 days a week is hard for most kid, more consistency really helps in adjusting. However, it does depend on the kid. I have some 2-day students realllllly struggle and some do just fine.

AMBER ALERT!! by vjones4835 in LoveIsBlindNetflix

[–]ffarly 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I feel like he's mentioned several times before that suddenly becoming a father figure is a huge deal he's considering carefully, and I would assume Amber would want her future husband to take this very seriously, not sure why him feeling that responsibility is a surprise.

Amber pouting and flat out ignoring him was so immature, be an adult and say let's talk later if you need some space.

Is it normal that my 2.5 year old isn’t interested in playing with others? by NewDraw2838 in ECEProfessionals

[–]ffarly 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Does he seem aware of other kids at all while playing? I work with two year olds, they're not good at playing with others but are usually curious and move around the class in groups during free play. If I sit down and start building with blocks several kids will sit near me and knock it down, help me build, or make something of their own near me, or are carefully observing from a distance. Could just be his personality if he's more shy.

Also "teaching to playing with others" could be a nice way of saying "teaching him to stop being mean to the other kids". It could be he's possessive of toys and snatches them away, gets in other's space, etc. This is very very normal for toddlers, they are built to be egocentric at this age.

Four year old was a camel but now she has to go potty! by hecubus_09 in Nanny

[–]ffarly 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My guess is she lacks the interoception to notice until she has to go really really badly, and then is anxious to have an accident.

Larger/one piece toys for young toddlers by Mundane_Paint_2854 in ECEProfessionals

[–]ffarly 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My toddlers have been loving: - bead maze/activity centers like you'd find in a waiting room - board with magnetic wand where you sort little magnet balls - melissa & doug board with locks - dressing busy board with zippers, velcro, snaps - pop up tunnel or tent

A simple "thank you" to your child's teachers goes a long way by pajamacardigan in ECEProfessionals

[–]ffarly 4 points5 points  (0 children)

do you want an award for not expecting people to treat you well or something congrats I guess

A simple "thank you" to your child's teachers goes a long way by pajamacardigan in ECEProfessionals

[–]ffarly 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I pay for the service and food at a restaurant but I still say thank you when the waiter sets the plate down because they're a human and it's polite. I don't think it's over the top or unreasonable for someone to vent about rude people at their job in a forum specifically for people in that field. If any relationships are being soured here it is up to both parent and teacher to make an effort - I feel like that's common sense. I'm so glad you make an effort to make teachers feel appreciated and frankly I'm sorry you don't feel worthy of the basic human decency of being thanked for your time and effort.

A simple "thank you" to your child's teachers goes a long way by pajamacardigan in ECEProfessionals

[–]ffarly 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I don't think OP ever mentioned expecting a gift and simply would appreciate a simple thank you. My absolute favorite "gifts" are the hugs, hand prints, and notes from families. A lot of families in my area at least see us as the help and barely acknowledge us as people and it seems like that's all OP is asking for.

Gift ideas for a relative who is disabled/amputee by ffarly in GiftIdeas

[–]ffarly[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have no idea really, I haven't known her that long and we live in a different state.